1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 308 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 308 | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 308 | 500 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 44 L |